Gezicht op de bevroren Kattensloot te Amsterdam 1848 - 1902

"Gezicht op de bevroren Kattensloot te Amsterdam" is an etching by Dutch artist Frans Schikkinger. It depicts a frozen canal in Amsterdam, with a windmill in the distance and a row of trees lining the bank. The canal is covered in ice, and there are figures skating on it. The work is characteristic of Schikkinger's realist style, with its detailed depiction of the everyday scene and the use of light and shadow to create a sense of depth and atmosphere. It was created between 1848 and 1902, a period when etching was a popular technique for artists to capture the details of their surroundings. This etching offers a glimpse into the life of Amsterdam in the 19th century, and is a testament to Schikkinger's talent for capturing the beauty of the everyday.